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AI-loving users will soon be able to create images directly inside the ChatGPT program. Right now, for image creation, users must use the 'Dall E' program, but soon, Open AI will generate images without it.
Changes coming to the Mega Millions Lottery
Changes to the Mega Millions may make it easier to find its next winner. From chances of winning one in 24, it will be one in 23—a reset to 50 million from 20 million and a bump to the minimum price.
Fresh Prince is getting a street name.
'In West Philidelphia born and raised…' Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Will Smith is getting his street in Philly called 'Will Smith Way.' the 59th Street will be renamed to just that.
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